suggestion

A1
Pronunciation
/səˈd͡ʒɛstjən/
/səɡˈd͡ʒɛstʃən/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Something suggested (with subsequent adposition being for)

Example Sentences
  • I have a small suggestion for fixing this: try lifting the left side up a bit.
2 Definition

The act of suggesting.

Example Sentences
  • Suggestion often works better than explicit demand.
3 Definition

Something implied, which the mind is liable to take as fact.

Example Sentences
  • He's somehow picked up the suggestion that I like peanuts.
4 Definition

The act of exercising control over a hypnotised subject by communicating some belief or impulse by means of words or gestures; the idea so suggested.

5 Definition

Information, insinuation, speculation, as opposed to a sworn testimony and evidence